Abstract
SHS investigation development is considered from the geographical and historical viewpoint. 3 stages are described. Within Stage 1 the work was carried out in the Department of the Institute of Chemical Physics in Chernogolovka where the scientific discovery had been made. At Stage 2 the interest to SHS arose in different cities and towns of the former USSR. Within Stage 3 SHS entered the international scene. Now SHS processes and products are being studied in more than 50 countries.
Abstract
Impulse water turbine (Pelton turbine or Pelton wheel) is the standard type of turbines that are widely used nowadays. It is also called a free jet turbine. Pelton turbine operates under the high head of water and therefore, requires a comparatively less quantity of water.
In this chapter, the components of hydro-electric power plants using this type of turbine are presented with neat sketches. Theory of power, all mathematical calculations using velocity diagrams, solutions for single or multi-sets, power regulation components, supply, and discharge systems are also presented. Finally, solved problems are illustrated in detail at the end of this chapter.
Keywords:
Components of impulse turbine, Pelton turbine, Power regulation mechanisms, Supply and discharge system.
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